November 11, 2024 Oklahoma School for the Deaf Offers Free Sign Language Courses The Oklahoma School for the Deaf is offering free American Sign Language (ASL) courses online. Learn More The self-paced classes cover basic conversational ASL and are suitable for all ages. Participants can earn a certificate of attendance – however, the courses are non-credit level and do not count toward professional development hours. Additional resources, including video lessons and quizzes, help to reinforce learning. Those interested in taking courses can sign up on the Oklahoma School for the Deaf’s website. In Pennsylvania, a total of 2,588 children with hearing impairment – including deafness – were enrolled in special education during the 2022-23 school year, according to a report by the state Department of Education’s Bureau of Special Education.
January 14, 2021 Virtual American Sign Language Program in Greensburg The Greensburg Hempfield Area Library is offering an eight-week virtual Introduction to American Sign Language program for children ages seven through twelve or thirteen years old and older in partnership with the Center for Deaf and Hearing Services Inc. About Please note that this program is intended for individuals and families who live in or near the Greensburg community. The program will include free instructional materials and a book that will need to be picked up at the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library. During these programs, instructor (and local Deaf college student) Hannah Ahearn will teach participants the basics of how to communicate using American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture. Since participants will be building on skills learned, please only register if you are able to commit to attending at least seven of the eight sessions. Program Dates Introduction to American Sign Language (Ages Seven to Twelve) Thursdays, January 14 – March 4, 2021 | 6 – 7 p.m. This program is full. Completed registrations will be added to a waitlist. Introduction to American Sign Language (Ages Thirteen and Older) Thursdays, March 11 – April 29, 2021 | 6 – 7 p.m. Registration Please use the links above to register. When registering, please include your email. Program staff will provide a virtual link to participate in the program via email. Families will be notified about when to pick up the included materials and books. Share these flyers with your network (ages seven through twelve) (ages thirteen and older).
